Performance of renin assays in selecting fludrocortisone dose in children with adrenal disorders
Children with salt-wasting adrenal insufficiency are managed with glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid replacement. Measurement of renin activity or concentration alongside blood electrolyte levels is used to monitor the adequacy of mineralocorticoid replacement. Our unit changed from using renin ac...
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Language: | English |
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Bioscientifica
2024-01-01
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Series: | Endocrine Connections |
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Online Access: | https://ec.bioscientifica.com/view/journals/ec/13/2/EC-23-0370.xml |